Orlando, Florida

Orlando Airbnb Profitability Calculator: 2026 Data

Orlando is the most stable STR market in the country thanks to Disney, Universal, and SeaWorld. Demand is predictable, tourist zones have clear STR-friendly regulation, and entry costs are lower than Miami. Calculate how much your Orlando property earns with real market data.

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Orlando STR market stats

  • Average ADR: $195
  • Average annual occupancy: 71%
  • Typical margin: 42%
  • Best season: March–August (school holidays + Disney)

What you need to know about Orlando

  • Average ADR: $170–$220 USD depending on proximity to theme parks
  • Average annual occupancy: 68–75%, the most stable in Florida
  • Predictable demand: families visiting Disney/Universal year-round
  • Lower entry cost vs. Miami: STR-friendly homes from $350K USD
  • STR-friendly zones: Kissimmee, Davenport, Reunion, ChampionsGate

Rules for running an Airbnb in Orlando

  • City of Orlando: STR under 30 days NOT allowed in most of the city
  • Unincorporated Orange County: STR allowed with annual permit
  • For real tourist market: Kissimmee and Davenport are the best zones
  • Tourist Development Tax: 6% in Orange County
  • Resort areas (Reunion, ChampionsGate): designed for STR, no restrictions
  • State sales tax 6% + local surtax

Example properties in Orlando

4BR home near Disney (Kissimmee)

  • Income / month: $9,200
  • Expenses / month: $4,800
  • Net profit: $4,400
  • Occupancy: 77%

Mortgage $2,800, HOA $250, pool $180, cleaning $600, fees $1,380

3BR townhome in ChampionsGate

  • Income / month: $6,800
  • Expenses / month: $3,600
  • Net profit: $3,200
  • Occupancy: 70%

Mortgage $1,950, HOA $380 (pool/park included), fees $1,020, maintenance $250

Areas that perform differently in Orlando

Not every part of Orlando behaves the same. Typical ADR and occupancy ranges by area:

International Drive (I-Drive)

  • ADR: $140–$200
  • Occupancy: 70–80%

Classic tourist corridor, attractions and conventions. Corporate + leisure demand.

Lake Buena Vista

  • ADR: $180–$260
  • Occupancy: 72–82%

Right next to Disney; high ADR and premium occupancy but higher entry cost.

Davenport / ChampionsGate

  • ADR: $170–$240
  • Occupancy: 68–78%

Resort communities with pools and amenities. Sweet spot for 4–6BR vacation homes.

Winter Park

  • ADR: $210–$290
  • Occupancy: 60–70%

Upscale residential and crafts. Mature guests, longer stays, corporate demand.

Sand Lake Road / Dr. Phillips

  • ADR: $160–$220
  • Occupancy: 65–75%

"Restaurant Row" and golf. Travelers who want great food and relaxation.

When demand spikes in Orlando

Hosts who scale keep their calendar open for predictable peaks and raise ADR when they know the wave is coming.

Mid-November–January

Disney Holidays (Mickey's Very Merry Christmas)

Occupancy >90%, ADR +40–60% near the parks

March (staggered weeks)

Spring Break (US schools)

Absolute peak: ADR 2× and 95%+ occupancy in vacation homes

September–November

Halloween Horror Nights (Universal)

ADR +25–35% on weekends, adult travelers without kids

August–November

EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival

Sustained occupancy in shoulder season, extends high season

June–August

Summer school break

Massive family demand; 5–10 night stays are normal

Your break-even point in Orlando

With an average ADR of $195/night in Orlando and 71% occupancy, knowing your break-even point is the difference between operating blind and operating like a pro. The calculator gives you your minimum nightly rate, marks your exact break-even, and projects income, profit, and margin in real time.

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About Airbnb in Orlando

Where can I legally run Airbnb near Orlando?

The best STR-friendly areas are Kissimmee, Davenport, ChampionsGate, and Reunion. Osceola County allows short-term rental without minimum-stay restrictions. Inside the city of Orlando, STR under 30 days is generally NOT allowed.

How much can you earn with an Airbnb near Disney?

A 4BR/3BA pool home near Disney generates $7,500–$11,000 USD gross per month on average. Typical net margin is 38–50% depending on mortgage, HOA, and management (self vs. 18–22% property manager).

How stable is occupancy in Orlando?

One of the most stable US markets: 68–75% average annual occupancy. Strong months are March (spring break), June–August (summer), and December (Christmas). Weak months are January and September, but rarely below 55%.

What property type performs best near Orlando?

4–6 bedroom homes with private pools perform best because families want privacy and group space. A 5BR pool home can earn 30–40% more than a similarly priced 2BR condo.

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